Play time was always a fun activity for my daughters. I encouraged play using their imagination and their physical skills. So, we spent a lot of time at the park where they played on the play equipment.
I also encouraged them to use their own imagination in playing. We had almost no electronic devices—only a PC. However, they had blocks from Lincoln Logs to Legos, where they built towns. They always put the Lego kit together with the instructions, but afterwards the pieces became part of a big bin where their imagination in building could go wild.
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I am glad I raised my daughters before so many electronic
devices were available. They did have a few PC programs. One program had them
design amusement parks, and another create ice-skating routines. I felt these
games allowed them to use their imaginations in play.
#52Ancestors-Week 34: Playtime
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Nice scrapbooking ideas to keep these photos and memories safe!
ReplyDeleteAah, the infamous hot metal, lead paint, play equipment that we all survived somehow. ;) Your kids must be about the same age as mine, and they had the same activities, plus some. I think the ice skating cd-rom was the Kristi Yamaguchi Fantasy Ice Skating, which my kids also had. The only pc games they had were educational or ones that helped to develop their analytical and creative thinking skills. My youngest on the other hand, was from the video game/electronic everything era, and I can certainly say there was a stark contrast. LOve that you're documenting your personal memories as well; after all, you will be someone's ancestor one day, as many seem to forget. ;)
ReplyDeleteYes, that was the ice skating program. Later, the youngest was into SIMS. I think having girls was the key. Their friends with brothers all had video games for the TV and Gameboys. No electronics at meals, especially at restaurants. We talked with our kids while waiting for our meals.
DeleteLove this post, my kids had gameboys and a computer was shared in the home for games, otherwise lots of playing outside, in the park, riding bikes and very little TV. We went on long car trips with lots of stops. My kids fondly remember all
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Glad you were able to keep the electronics in moderation.
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